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The degenerating image of Oberman functions as a mirror to the broader societal issue: when men become lonely and emotionally vulnerable, they are susceptible to exploitation. The article compares Oberman's situation to a college classmate who, despite appearing unremarkable, always seemed to have pretty girls around him—thanks to his affluent father. Such anecdotes illustrate that wealth and desperation often coexist, creating opportunities for predatory relationships.
The author contends that Oberman doesn't deserve sympathy—his actions, behaviors, and the humiliating exposure serve as consequences of his own choices. His inability to mature emotionally and his dependence on material possessions for validation have led him into this embarrassing predicament.